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Sittingbourne Ghostly Railway Crossing

Railway Level Crossing, Sittingbourne, Kent Apparition Victorian

Sittingbourne Railway Level Crossing has a spooky reputation that dates back to the late 19th century. It was here that a train driver spotted a white figure running across the line in the early hours of the morning. The driver naturally assumed that the figure had been hit by his train but when the area was searched nothing could be found. This eerie incident has become a famous part of local ghost folklore.

The crossing had a tragic history with at least one person having died on the spot. As a result a footbridge was erected to prevent such accidents in the future. The incident with the white figure occurred circa 1893 and has remained a topic of interest for those fascinated by the paranormal. The fact that the figure vanished into thin air has led to numerous theories about what was seen that morning.

Historical Context

The haunting is linked to the Victorian era railway expansion

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Railway Level Crossing
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Circa 1893
Postcode Area
ME10

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